Establish, test, and validate critical data links, interfaces, and comparative performance evaluations between major platforms such as OASIS, NGS, and JSAF
Diagnose, isolate, and resolve critical system, network, and hardware communication anomalies across interconnected defense frameworks, including FCS, SPY radar, GWS, and IOS
Author and finalize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical briefs, and step-by-step guidelines for live scenario generation, asset startup/shutdown, and console loading
Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, including Big Room Planning (BRP), sprint planning, and daily stand-ups, while assisting with laboratory equipment relocation and configuration control
Willingness to travel up to 20% to NSWC Carderock and other CIAT sites
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of general experience in Naval Combat Systems Engineering, e.g., AEGIS or SSDS, including the design, development, or test and evaluation of Navy combat systems
5+ years of specific experience in test requirements definition, test plan/procedure development and execution, test data analysis, or computer program performance reporting
4+ years of recent test and evaluation experience (within the past 7 years) working with real-time Naval tactical and support computer programs
Preferred Qualifications
Direct operational understanding of CIAT system architecture, infrastructure, and distributed synthetic training networks
Solid understanding of networking principles, troubleshooting techniques, and protocols including DIS, HLA iFOM, HLA STF, and RTI
Hands-on experience with tactical suites and frameworks such as SLQ-32, SEWIP, CS3, OASIS, JSAF, AAIC, FCS, SPY radar, and SAFe/Agile methodologies
Experience supporting test readiness reviews, pre-test briefings, post-test debriefings, and automated test execution tools within Naval Surface Warfare Center facilities
Demonstrated experience with tactical software baseline deployment, virtualization using Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8), and Systems Integration Testing (SIT).
Proven technical troubleshooting skills across interconnected defense frameworks, tactical software suites, and complex hardware/networking environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to author technical SOPs, deliver briefings, and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary engineering teams and Government stakeholders
Clearance Requirements
Must have a current or active Secret security clearance.
Physical Requirements
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.
The projected compensation range for this position is $89,100.00-$148,200.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.
